Laparotomy Sponges recalled for incomplete sterilization and missing RF detection
Covidien is recalling Situate Laparotomy Sponges because some packs may contain improperly sterilized units lacking required RF detection features. Non-sterile sponges could cause infection, tissue trauma, and sepsis during surgery.
- Product
- Situate Laparotomy Sponge, RF and X-ray Detectable, REF: L1818-04P01C-1
- Category
- Medical Device
- Distribution
- Distributed nationwide